Carbon County, UT Economy


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Carbon, UT County is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. With its rural charm and vast open spaces, it offers a unique lifestyle that can be enjoyed by all. Companies like Rocky Mountain Power and Rocky Mountain Fuel Company are located in Carbon county and provide many employment opportunities. The cost of living in Carbon county is very reasonable. The 2 bedroom rent is $830 which is much lower than the US average of $1,430. The Grocery Cost Index in Carbon County is 89 versus 100 in the US so groceries are also relatively affordable. When looking for the perfect place to call home, consider Carbon County for its natural beauty, affordability, and career opportunities.

Carbon County has an unemployment rate of 4.1%. The US average is 6.0%.

Carbon County has seen the job market increase by 1.3% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 18.5%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Carbon County
- The Sales Tax Rate for Carbon County is 6.5%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Carbon County is 5.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Carbon County
- The average income of a Carbon County resident is $20,691 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Carbon County resident is $51,725 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyCarbon, UtahUnited States
  4.16
  -1.2%-6.2%
  18.5%33.5%
  6.2%6.2%
  5.0%4.6%
  $24,581$37,638
  $51,725$69,021
  $65,877$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.9%1.2%
  7.1%0.5%
  7.1%6.8%
  7.2%10.0%
  1.8%2.5%
  10.7%11.0%
  5.7%4.8%
  3.0%0.8%
  1.6%1.9%
  1.8%4.7%
  1.4%1.9%
  4.4%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  3.5%4.2%
  10.1%9.3%
  12.9%14.0%
  1.4%2.1%
  7.2%7.0%
  5.7%4.8%
  6.3%4.7%
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